News: Recently, NHAI in collaboration with Vertis Infrastructure Trust announced the launch of ‘Project Aarohan’. About Project Aarohan Launched by: National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) in collaboration with Vertis Infrastructure Trust. Objective: To support the children of toll plaza employees in fulfilling their educational aspirations. Aim: It aims to remove financial barriers, reduce socio-economic… Continue reading Project Aarohan
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Kuttanad Fish Farming
News: Union Minister for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying announced a pilot project aimed at boosting livelihood opportunities for fish farmers in the Kuttanad region in Kerala. About Kuttanad Fish Farming Highlights of the initiative: A comprehensive approach: The Fisheries Department will take steps towards implementing a range of modern & traditional aquaculture practices, such… Continue reading Kuttanad Fish Farming
CMS Education Survey by National Sample Survey
News: The Comprehensive Modular Survey on Education of the 80th round of the National Sample Survey (NSS) has revealed a significant urban-rural divide in school enrolment and expenditure, a rise in private coaching, and a heavy reliance on family funding for education. Key Findings of CMS Education survey: Enrolment Trends: Government schools remain the primary… Continue reading CMS Education Survey by National Sample Survey
National Designated Authority (NDA)
News: Recently, the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has announced a National Designated Authority (NDA) to enable a carbon emissions trading regime. About National Designated Authority (NDA) The National Designated Authority (NDA) has been set up by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC). It is a mandatory requirement under the… Continue reading National Designated Authority (NDA)
New World Screwworm
News: Recently, U.S.A. reported its first human case of New World Screwworm infestation, involving a person who had travelled to El Salvador. About New World Screwworm The New World Screwworm is a type of blue-grey blowfly. Scientific name: Cochliomyia hominivorax, which literally means “man-eater.” Naming: These flies are called screwworms because their larvae burrow into the… Continue reading New World Screwworm
X-Guard Fibre-Optic Towed Decoy (FOTD) System
News: During Operation Sindoor, the Indian Air Force (IAF) is believed to have successfully deployed the AI-enabled X-Guard Fibre-Optic Towed Decoy (FOTD) system, developed by Israel’s Rafael. About X-Guard Fibre-Optic Towed Decoy (FOTD) System It is a state-of-the-art electronic warfare solution to provide fighter aircraft with protection against advanced radar-guided missile threats. Decoys They are… Continue reading X-Guard Fibre-Optic Towed Decoy (FOTD) System
Vithalbhai Patel
News: The Delhi Legislative Assembly is hosting a two-day All India Speakers’ Conference to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Vithalbhai Patel becoming the President of the Central Legislative Assembly under British rule. About Vithalbhai Patel He was born on September 27, 1873. He was the third of the five sons of Jhaverbhai and mother Ladba… Continue reading Vithalbhai Patel
Smart Intelligent Village Project
News: Maharashtra Chief Minister has announced the setting up of India’s first “Smart and Intelligent Village” in Nagpur district. About Smart Intelligent Village Project It is a pioneering rural development initiative in India that leverages advanced digital technologies to transform everyday life in villages. It will provide the requisite infrastructure, manpower, and basic facilities for… Continue reading Smart Intelligent Village Project
NASA CHAPEA Project
News: Recently, NASA has unveiled the second Crew Health and Performance Exploration Analog (CHAPEA) habitat to simulate year-long missions on the surface of Mars. It is scheduled to begin in late 2025 with four crew members About NASA CHAPEA Project The Crew Health and Performance Exploration Analog (CHAPEA) is a mission series designed to simulate… Continue reading NASA CHAPEA Project
Key Facts about Fiji
News: Recently, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that India will supply training and equipment to help strengthen Fiji’s maritime security. About Fiji Fiji is a sovereign island nation in Melanesia, Oceania. It is officially known as the Republic of Fiji. It is well known for its strategic location in the South Pacific as well as… Continue reading Key Facts about Fiji
